Radiology Technologist

Northwell•Village of Great Neck, NY

4h•$79,880 - $136,340

About The Position

Operates X-ray equipment to produce radiographs of designated portions of the body. Performs quality control checks and maintains required documentation. The technologist explains examinations in layman’s terms to help relieve patients’ pre-testing anxiety, performs X-ray exams according to established standards and departmental procedures, positions patients, and reports patient motor abnormalities or reactions to the Radiologist. The role also involves transferring computed images to film, archiving disc memory to tape, marking and labeling images, entering patient history and other information from requisitions, and arranging or adjusting immobilization and supportive devices. Other related duties may be assigned. Responsibilities listed are essential functions under the Americans with Disabilities Act; related duties not listed are not considered essential functions.

Requirements

Vocational or technical school diploma.
Current license to practice as a Radiology Technologist in New York State.
Current ARRT Radiology registration.
1–3 years of technical experience.

Responsibilities

Explain examinations in layman’s terms to help relieve patients’ pre-testing anxiety.
Perform X-ray exams according to established standards and departmental procedures.
Position patients for radiographs according to departmental standard operating procedures.
Recognize and promptly report patient motor abnormalities, including fainting, discoloration, and contrast reactions, to the Radiologist.
Operate equipment to transfer computed images to film and archive disc memory to tape.
Use film markers and ensure images are marked as the “right” or “left” side.
Ensure images are legibly labeled with the correct date and patient identification.
Enter patient history and other pertinent information obtained from requisitions.
Arrange, attach, or adjust immobilization and supportive devices for patients.
Perform quality control checks and maintain required documentation.
Perform related duties as required.